Best Early Game Loot Locations in Oblivion Remastered (2025) – No Lockpicks Needed

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Kicking off your Oblivion Remastered journey and tired of snapping lockpicks or getting wrecked in Ayleid ruins? Don’t worry—you don’t need to be a master thief to score solid gear early on. Here’s a friendly guide to some of the best loot you can grab without touching a single locked chest.

Top No-Lockpick Loot Locations

1. Vilverin (Just Across the Lake from Imperial Sewers)

  • Enemies: Bandits and undead

  • Loot: Iron and steel weapons, basic enchanted gear

  • Why it’s great: Open ruins with tons of urns and open chests.

  • Tip: You can kite enemies into traps to conserve health and stamina.

2. Ayleid Ruin: Wendir

  • Near the Imperial City

  • Accessible loot containers and glowing Welkynd Stones

  • Great for: Selling loot early and restoring Magicka with stones

Best Early Game Loot Locations in Oblivion Remastered
3. Side Rooms in Fort Ash

  • Bandit camp northwest of the city

  • Most gear is lying around openly

  • Early heavy armor and silver weapons available

4. Rockmilk Cave

  • South of Cheydinhal

  • Bandits fight each other (player can loot survivors)

  • High-value weapons and open chests scattered throughout

5. First Zone of Fort Nikel

  • Located near the Imperial City

  • Chests are open or unlocked

  • Enemies drop basic armor and weapons

Bonus Tips for Early Looting

  • Alchemy gear: Check Mages Guilds for free Mortar & Pestle sets.

  • Welkynd Stones: Found in Ayleid ruins—great for selling or restoring Magicka.

  • Avoid locked doors: Stick to the first areas of ruins/dungeons for open loot.

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Conclusion

You don’t need lockpicks (or high-level skills) to snag some awesome gear early in Oblivion Remastered. These spots will give you a serious edge whether you’re roleplaying a battlemage, rogue, or just a curious wanderer. 

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